Bourne Again

Bob Bourne was inducted into the New York Islanders Hall of Fame last night. 'Bout time!

Bournie was one of the many stars that led the Islanders to four consecutive Stanley Cups. He never received proper recognition for his skills and contributions as he played in the shadows of Bossy, Trottier, Potvin and Gillies.

I remember his blazing speed and of course, his end-to-end rush on April 20, 1983 that put the Islanders up 5-1 against the Rangers in Game Five of the Patrick Division Final.

The Isles are building a Hall of Fame garden, outside of the Nassau Coliseum, and in addition to Bournie the players whose numbers are hangining in the rafters: Bossy, Trottier, Potvin, Gillies, Nystrom, Smith, as well as Bill Torrey and Al Arbour will also be in the HOF. Each will have a plaque.

Guess I'm gonna have to go back to NY one more time to check it out. If they ever start building the new arena I can just wait and head back into hell ONE time.